The Sonder Effect
The Sonder Effect
Every person you pass has a life as vivid and complex as your own.
The Sonder Effect dives deep into the human experience, exploring the untold stories, emotions, and connections that make us who we are. Through raw conversations, reflective insights, and thought-provoking narratives, this podcast uncovers the beauty and complexity of ordinary lives—revealing the universal struggles, triumphs, and moments of clarity we all share. Whether it's navigating relationships, mental health, identity, or personal growth, The Sonder Effect invites you to pause, listen, and truly see the world through someone else's eyes.
Because every story matters.
The Sonder Effect
Trailer: The Sonder Effect
In the debut episode of The Sonder Effect, hosts Alexa Montemayor (MA, MHC-LP) & Mariam Ayvazyan (MA, MBA, LMHC) introduce listeners to the heart and purpose behind their podcast. Mariam, a licensed psychotherapist, founder of Achel Therapy, executive coach, and adjunct professor at NYU, joins Alexa, a psychotherapist-in-training, professor’s assistant, and mental health researcher, to create a space for meaningful conversations about mental health, emotional well-being, and the profound connections that shape our lives.
Together, they explore the concept of sonder—the realization that every person we encounter carries a life as vivid and complex as our own. Through candid reflections and thoughtful insights, Mariam and Alexa lay the foundation for future episodes filled with stories, tools for growth, and conversations that bridge the gap between therapy and everyday life.
Listeners are invited to reflect on their own moments of sonder, exploring how these fleeting realizations can deepen our understanding of ourselves and others. Whether tuning in during a quiet moment or amidst the busyness of life, this episode sets the stage for a journey of connection, healing, and shared humanity.